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19 Sep

BLS E-Services and Aditya Birla Health Insurance forge strategic collaboration

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BLS E-Services has teamed up with Aditya Birla Health Insurance (ABHICL) to provide essential health insurance products across Assam. The strategic partnership will offer the Group Hospital Cash and Group Personal Accident policies, expanding access to crucial financial protection. The Group Hospital Cash plan offers ₹1,000 per day for hospital stays and doubles to ₹2,000 for ICU admissions, covering up to four family members. This collaboration is set to benefit Assam’s growing market, including cities like Guwahati, where access to affordable health insurance is vital. With Guwahati’s healthcare system expanding, such plans offer a financial safety net, allowing families to…

19 Sep

Dr. Manik Saha praises Modi’s vision for Northeast

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical

Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s impactful vision for the Northeast, highlighting the significant progress made in restoring peace and advancing development in the region. Speaking at a blood donation camp organized by the Maharani Tulsibati Welfare Trust at the Shaheed Bhagat Singh Youth Hostel on Wednesday, Dr. Saha commended Modi’s efforts, noting that the region has seen a marked decline in terrorist activities. The camp, held in honor of Modi's 74th birthday, was described by Dr. Saha as a testament to the PM's commitment to public welfare. “Voluntary blood donation transcends caste and…

19 Sep

‘First season has been a game-changer’- says Karan Johar on Call Me Bae

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Karan Johar's OTT debut 'Call Me Bae' has received immense appreciation whether in terms of the story line, performance, casts. The web Series was released on Amazon Prime Video, audience have been demanding it's second season. As a Producer, KJ stated, "The first season has been a game-changer for us, and we're grateful for all the love and appreciation it has garnered from audiences across the globe. It's been an absolute privilege to be a part of this journey, seeing the show go from script to screen and finally revel in immense love from viewers." "The love Ananya, Collin, Ishita…

19 Sep

TSR jawan caught smuggling biri into jail

Sonakshi SarkarLatest, North East

A Tripura State Rifles (TSR) jawan, Anjan Das, has been apprehended for attempting to smuggle packets of Biri into the Tripura Central Correctional Home in Bishalgarh, Sepahijala district. The incident occurred on Wednesday and has since gone viral, triggering a major internal investigation. Das was caught in the act of transporting the Biri packets, allegedly for the purpose of earning extra money by supplying them to inmates. Following his arrest, Das has been reassigned to the headquarters of the 11th Battalion at Pathaliaghat. This move comes in response to multiple complaints regarding his misconduct and suspicions of using his position…

19 Sep

VOL 6, ISSUE 33 – The Mileage

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18 Sep

Wholesale inflation down for the second consecutive month to 1.31% in August

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New Delhi: Wholesale inflation plunged for the second consecutive month to 1.31 percent in August due to cheaper vegetables, food articles and fuel, according to government data released on 17 sep.Inflation based on the Wholesale Price Index stood at 2.04 percent in July. In August last year, it was (-) 0.46 percent."The positive rate of inflation in August 2024 is mainly due to the expansion in prices of food articles, processed food products, other manufacturing, textile manufacturing and manufacturing of machinery and equipment, etc," the Ministry of Industry state in a statement.According to the data, inflation in food items stood…

18 Sep

Zubeen Garg’s ‘Sikaar’ set to hit theatres on September 20

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The highly anticipated Assamese film Sikaar, featuring music by Zubeen Garg, is set for release on September 20, 2024. Directed by Debangkar Borgohain and produced by Sam Bhattacharjee and Mitra Bhattacharya, the film tells the gripping story of tea plantation workers, focusing on the struggles and resilience of women in the community. Zubeen Garg, playing a young plantation worker, is joined by Urmila Mahanta in the lead, with Adil Hussain, Siddharth Sharma, and others in supporting roles. The film's shooting took place in both Assam and London, adding a unique cultural and cinematic flavor.

18 Sep

Agartala launches first FIH-certified hockey field

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In a landmark development for sports in Agartala, the city's first-ever FIH-certified hockey ground was unveiled, marking a significant upgrade to the region’s sports infrastructure. Developed by the Agartala Sports Department in collaboration with Gallant Sports, this state-of-the-art facility is part of the Khelo India Scheme and promises to be a game-changer for local hockey enthusiasts. The project faced initial hurdles, including an uneven ground level, but Gallant Sports overcame these challenges to ensure the ground met international standards. Nasir Ali, CEO of Gallant Sports, emphasized the project's impact, stating, “We are proud to deliver a hockey ground that meets…

18 Sep

Border Security Forces enhance patrols in Sepahijala

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Border Security Forces (BSF) in Tripura have detained 65 Bangladeshi nationals this month, including three from Sepahijala district on Monday. Tripura shares an 856 km international border with Bangladesh, with Sepahijala covering a significant portion of the border. According to a BSF press release, the latest incident occurred on September 16 when BSF troops from BOP Harihardola in Sepahijala apprehended three Bangladeshi nationals attempting to cross the border into India. The detainees, identified as family members from Cumilla district, Bangladesh, were caught while trying to breach the border fence. The BSF has intensified its surveillance along the border to…

18 Sep

Stranded trucks raise alarm over poor road conditions in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarPolitical

Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Vanlalhlana is set to inspect the deteriorating stretch of National Highway 306/6 between Kawnpui and Khamrang, where stranded trucks have raised concerns due to the road's poor condition. The decision follows a meeting with the Mizoram Truck Owners Association (MTOA) and Mizoram Truck Drivers Association (MTDA), who have urged the government to expedite repairs. During the meeting, the associations highlighted the challenges truck drivers face on the heavily damaged stretch. In response, Minister Vanlalhlana agreed to assess the situation personally, promising swift action to resolve the crisis. Chief Minister Lalduhoma has also addressed the issue,…